As we conclude the Autumn Internationals did you know that there has been a Welwyn shirt on display in the stands behind the goal posts at every game at Twickenham? Jeff Blackett, RFU President, sent this message to all clubs:

"Grassroots rugby is, without doubt, the lifeblood of our game and it must be protected. That is fundamental in our strategy and we continue to remind Government of that fact. It is the rugby family which will ensure long-term growth, once we can see a real return to the game, and we want to make sure that we keep the rugby family together during this crisis.

That is why we want to recognise the continuing efforts of our rugby community during the Autumn Nations Cup and Women’s Autumn International. You may not be able to take your seats at Twickenham Stadium but our clubs and CBs can be there in spirit.

We would like as many as possible to send us their club and county shirts to fill a seat as England Men and Women compete in the Quilter Internationals. We want to create an image which represents the way all of our member clubs and CBs are standing together."

Our Welwyn shirt will remain at Twickenham in a lasting display. This week we received the news that we can finally prepare for contact rugby and play friendly fixtures with amended laws. Everything is still dependent on the Covid infection rate, which is why it is important that we remain vigilant and keep up the hand hygiene and comply with Government Tiers. Together we will get back to normality.

Len Cleary